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Surma for Eye Disorders

Sanskrit: सौवीराञ्जन | Galena/Antimony sulphide (Sb2S3 / PbS)

How Surma helps with Eye Disorders according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

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Overview

Surma is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for eye disorders. Sauviranjana/Surma is a mineral preparation used as eye collyrium (Anjana). It is applied in the eyes to improve vision, treat eye diseases, and as a cosmetic. Various types of Anjana (collyrium) are described including Rasanjana, Pushpanjana, and Srotanjana. Verses: 146-148.

How Surma Helps with Eye Disorders

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Surma has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing eye disorders:

  • Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
  • Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent)
  • Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)

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Amla Emblica officinalis
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Arka Holostemma rheedianum Spreng.
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Baheda Terminalia belerica Roxb.
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Bala Sida cordifolia Linn
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Black Pepper Pipernigrum Linn.
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Butterfly Pea Clitoria ternatea Linn.

See all herbs for eye disorders on the Eye Disorders page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.